I can picture in my mind those Kutchi women sitting on their doorstep doing these beautiful intricate embroideries, all the while waiting for their men have gone cattle grazing. When you think of those women you cannot even imagine a dull color – they are all ablaze in vibrant colors, all their dresses fully embellished … Read more
Phulkari, which means Flower work, is a beautiful embroidery from Punjab. Phulkari embroidery involves designs in floral motifs done in very bright colors. It is regarded as very auspicious for brides and newborns. Darning stitch is the most important stitch used in this embroidery. Some other stitches, like herringbone stitch, and running stitch, buttonhole … Read more
Hand embroidery is a decorative art form that involves stitching designs, patterns, or images onto fabric using a needle and thread and beyond this rhetoric, it is such a rewarding and life changing hobby; even without drawing or painting skills, you can create beautiful artworks with just some thread, needle and fabric, even if you … Read more